Central Sterile Tech

Piedmont Healthcare; Decatur (GA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Piedmont Atlanta Hospital is seeking a Central Sterile Technician to join the perioperative services team in Decatur, GA. You will sterilize, assemble, and store surgical instruments, prepare case carts, and ensure timely, accurate delivery to nursing staff.

The role emphasizes collaboration with Perioperative Nursing, adherence to standards, and providing outstanding customer service while maintaining sterile technique and patient safety.

Qualifications

• HS Diploma or GED required.
• Graduate of a Central Sterile Tech program or equivalent.
• 3 years Central Sterile experience required if CST not possessed.

Responsibilities

• Maintains standards for set assembly, decontamination, inspection, containerizing and sterilizing instruments.
• Collaborates with Perioperative Nursing to provide sterile instrument sets and case carts.

Skills

Sterilization techniques

Instrument handling

Customer service

Education

HS Diploma or GED

Central Sterile Tech graduate

CST certificate alternative experience

Job description

Overview:

When you join Piedmont, you're not just changing your work environment. We open doors to real change in the lives we touch - especially yours. We're committed to bringing award-winning care to communities across Georgia and celebrating the strength our diversity creates. Together, we're doing big things. One employee, one team, and one community at a time.

Piedmont is a place where your work truly matters-and where you're supported to do your best every day. We offer a collaborative culture, innovative resources, and leadership that is genuinely invested in your growth. With competitive benefits, wellness programs, and opportunities for advancement, you'll have what you need to thrive now and build a strong future.

Responsibilities:

Maintains recommended standards for set assembly, decontamination, inspection, containerizing and sterilizing surgical instruments in an accurate and timely manner. Performs sterilization, assembly and storage of medical supplies and equipment. Collaborates with the Perioperative Nursing staff to provide sterile instrument sets, equipment and case carts in an accurate and timely manner. Assists in maintaining consistent and continuous work flow, providing superior customer service.

Qualifications:

Education

• H.S. Diploma or General Education Degree (GED) Required and
• Graduate of a Central Sterile Tech Required or
• In Lieu of CST Certificate, 3 years of Central Sterile experience Required

Work Experience

• 3 years of Central Sterile experience Required or
• No experience required if incumbent has a Central Sterile Tech certification Required

Licenses and Certifications

• None Required
• CCST - Certified Central Service Technician Preferred or
• CST - Certified Surgical Technologist Preferred

Business Unit : Company Name: Piedmont Atlanta Hospital